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Dallas, TX&nbsp; (<a href="http://www.restaurantnews.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank" title="Restaurant News">RestaurantNews.com</a>)&nbsp; <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Dickey’s Barbecue Pit</a> franchisees, Darryl Weaver and Brendan Powers, have taken barbecue on the road by opening Dickey’s food trucks to serve guests outside of their brick-and-mortar locations in Arizona and Delaware.
“At Dickey’s, we pride ourselves on each of our franchisees having an entrepreneurial spirit,” says Laura Rea Dickey, CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. “We truly love to see our franchisees taking advantage of new business trends especially when they allow us to serve our slow-smoked barbecue in new and innovative ways.”
For Darryl, this new business venture has provided him additional business and he has seen a difference in how customers interact with on-the-go barbecue. Instead of positioning at a specific store, Darryl takes his truck around Marana, Arizona to big venues and events. “Every time the truck goes out, I go out,” says Darryl. “I like to take it where I know there is a big crowd of people.” He created a limited menu that features easy, on-the-go food, like sandwiches and sliders.
Brendan was looking to break into a different market outside of his four walls. His food truck will expand his and Dickey’s footprint in Newark, Delaware and appeal to new guests that he would not typically have at his Dickey’s location. “I look forward to opening my food truck, so I can create new relationships with guests from different venues around the area,” said Brendan.
Find your nearest Dickey’s Barbecue Pit location <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/locations" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>.
To learn more about franchising with Dickeys, visit <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/franchise" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.dickeys.com/franchise</a> or call 866-340-6188.
&nbsp;About Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc.
Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc., the nation’s largest barbecue chain was founded in 1941 by Travis Dickey. Today, all meats are still slow smoked on-site in each restaurant. The Dallas-based family-run barbecue franchise offers several slow-smoked meats and home style sides with ‘No B.S. (Bad Stuff)’ included. The fast-casual concept has expanded to more than 550 locations in 45 states. In 2016, Dickey’s won first place on Fast Casual’s “Top 100 Movers and Shakers” list and in 2018 Dickey’s Barbecue Pit made the Top 10. Dickey’s Barbecue Pit has also been recognized by Entrepreneur Magazine, Franchise Times, and Nation’s Restaurant News. For more information, visit <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.dickeys.com</a>.

Restaurant News: Dickey’s Franchisees Take Texas-Style Barbecue on the Road

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&nbsp;Your guide to bands and musicians performing around the Erie region this week.&nbsp;
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THIRSTY THURSDAY
DICKEY’S BARBECUE PIT: Dave VanAmburg and Phil Papotnik, 5:30 p.m.
 
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TWISTED TUESDAY
DICKEY’S BARBECUE PIT: Blues jam with Paolello &amp; Gone Trio, 5:30 p.m.

Go Erie: Around Town: Music, more around Erie, June 28-July 4

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&nbsp;PANAMA CITY — Barbecue is wrapped up in my Texas heritage — every bite held up against the flavors from my childhood. “Barbecue should be like in your backyard on the Fourth of July,” said Mission BBQ co-owner Bill Kraus.No matter which region of barbecue you prefer — Carolinas; Missouri; Memphis, Tenn.; Texas — wet or dry rub, here are my top picks to whet your appetite before July Fourth cookouts. — Jan Waddy&nbsp;
 
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, 100 Pier Park Drive, Unit 125, in Pier Park West, Panama City Beach; 850-344-7900; www.dickeys.com: Although Dickey’s also has Texas roots, I had never been to the Dallas-based franchise till it opened in Pier Park in the summer of 2015. But the juicy, tender brisket (with a Texas-style rub slow-smoked 13-14 hours in the barbecue pit on site with hickory wood) continues to take me back home. I’ve had it plain and on a loaded Giant Baker and it’s good no matter how you slice it. Or maybe it’s the way the brisket is chopped: It gets a top scrape with a knife, followed by a bottom scrape, and then some of that fat and salty bark is chopped up and put back in. (The Polish sausage rocks, too.) [JAN WADDY/NEWS HERALD FILE PHOTO]

The Panama City News Herald: Feast on Top BBQ for Fourth

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DALLAS, June 27, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dickey's Barbecue Pit</a>franchisees, Darryl Weaver and Brendan Powers, have taken barbecue on the road by opening Dickey's food trucks to serve guests outside of their brick-and-mortar locations in Arizona and Delaware.
"At Dickey's, we pride ourselves on each of our franchisees having an entrepreneurial spirit," says Laura Rea Dickey, CEO of Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. "We truly love to see our franchisees taking advantage of new business trends especially when they allow us to serve our slow-smoked barbecue in new and innovative ways."
For Darryl, this new business venture has provided him additional business and he has seen a difference in how customers interact with on-the-go barbecue. Instead of positioning at a specific store, Darryl takes his truck around Marana, Arizona to big venues and events. "Every time the truck goes out, I go out," says Darryl. "I like to take it where I know there is a big crowd of people." He created a limited menu that features easy, on-the-go food, like sandwiches and sliders.
Brendan was looking to break into a different market outside of his four walls. His food truck will expand his and Dickey's footprint in Newark, Delaware and appeal to new guests that he would not typically have at his Dickey's location. "I look forward to opening my food truck, so I can create new relationships with guests from different venues around the area," said Brendan.
Find your nearest Dickey's Barbecue Pit location <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>.
About Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. 
Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants, Inc., the nation's largest barbecue chain was founded in 1941 by Travis Dickey. Today, all meats are still slow smoked on-site in each restaurant. The Dallas-based family-run barbecue franchise offers several slow-smoked meats and home style sides with 'No B.S. (Bad Stuff)' included. The fast-casual concept has expanded to more than 550 locations in 45 states. In 2016, Dickey's won first place on Fast Casual's "Top 100 Movers and Shakers" list and in 2018 Dickey's Barbecue Pit made the Top 10. Dickey's Barbecue Pit has also been recognized by Entrepreneur Magazine, Franchise Times, and Nation's Restaurant News. For more information, visit <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.dickeys.com</a>.

Markets Insider: Dickey's Franchisees Take Texas-Style Barbecue on the Road

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LOS ANGELES, June 26, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --&nbsp;On Wednesday, June 27The Dickey Foundation will honor Chief of Police Charlie Beck, who served his community as the leader of the Los Angeles Police Department for more than 40 years.
The Dickey Foundation, in conjunction with <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dickey's Barbecue Pit</a>, will be donating slow-smoked barbecue for the open-house event celebrating Chief Beck.&nbsp; This event will be held at the Los Angeles Police Department Academy to encourage the community and its 1,000 expected attendees to join in celebration of their long-standing civic leader.
The Woodland Hills Dickey's Pit Boss, Barry Thomas, said that catering this retirement event for Chief Beck was, "a natural fit, as The Dickey Foundation has always been a proud supporter of the officers who serve their community."
Maurine Dickey, founder of the Dickey Foundation, said, "The Dickey Foundation is proud to support community leaders such as Chief Beck whose commitment to protecting his community is inspiring to everyone here at The Dickey Foundation and Dickey's Barbecue Pit; we're honored to play a role in his momentous celebration."
About the Dickey Foundation 
Since 1941, Dickey's Barbecue Pit has taken great pride in our Texas style barbecue and our commitment to the communities we serve. It is in that spirit, that The Dickey Foundation was created. The Dickey Foundation supports first responders who protect and unite our communities. Our Foundation is national but our efforts are intensely local, focusing on financial support, public education and providing the equipment necessary for the safety of our first responders.

Markets Insider: The Dickey Foundation Honors Retiring Long-Standing Police Chief

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Dickey’s Barbecue Pit -ordering app is now available on Google Play for Android, according to a company press release.It allows customers to place and and purchase their orders online for pick up, curbside or delivery.
The app also houses a review-based loyalty program rewarding guests for their feedback on their food, &nbsp;guest experience and ease of ordering.
"After seeing great success with our Apple app, we are happy to announce that Android users can now utilize our app and enjoy delicious, convenient barbecue,"&nbsp;CEO of Dickey's&nbsp;Barbecue Restaurants,&nbsp;Laura Rea Dickey said in the release. "Now more of our guests have Dickey's&nbsp;right at their fingertips, true barbecue on demand."

Fast Casual: Dickey's makes mobile app available for Android

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The Dickey’s Barbecue Pit mobile app is now available in Google Play for Android. The Dickey’s App allows for customers to purchase slow-smoked barbecue online for pick up, curb-side or delivery.
“After seeing great success with our Apple app, we are happy to announce that Android users can now utilize our app and enjoy delicious, convenient barbecue,” says Laura Rea Dickey, CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. “Now more of our guests have Dickey’s right at their fingertips, true barbecue on demand.”
From catering for a group to lunch for one, the Dickey’s App creates a new venue for guests to order any Dickey’s meal they desire.
The app also houses a review-based loyalty program rewarding loyal guests for their feedback on Dickey’s barbecue, guest experience and ease of ordering.
The Dickey’s App is currently available in the Apple app store and now Android Google Play.

QSR: Dickey's App Now Available in Google Play for Android

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NRN: Top 200 Countdown 

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&nbsp;Your guide to bands and musicians performing around the Erie region this week.&nbsp;
 
&nbsp;THIRSTY THURSDAY&nbsp;
&nbsp;DICKEY’S BARBECUE PIT: Dave VanAmburg &amp; Friends, 5:30 p.m.&nbsp;
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TWISTED TUESDAY
DICKEY’S BARBECUE: Showtune Singers Night with Jim Madden and Dave VanAmburg, 5:30 p.m.

Go Erie: Around Town: Music, more around Erie, June 14-20

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In the <a href="https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/312476?utm_source=HearstNewspapers&amp;utm_medium=related&amp;utm_campaign=syndication" rel="follow">franchising</a> world, food still reigns supreme. Almost a quarter of the 1,023 companies that applied for this year’s <a href="https://www.entrepreneur.com/franchise500/2018?utm_source=HearstNewspapers&amp;utm_medium=related&amp;utm_campaign=syndication" rel="follow">Franchise 500</a> were food-based franchises, and half of the companies that ranked in the top 10 were quick-service restaurants. Some of the oldest and largest franchises in the world are food-based, and new ones arrive on the scene every year, ready to capitalize on the latest <a href="https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/309423?utm_source=HearstNewspapers&amp;utm_medium=related&amp;utm_campaign=syndication" rel="follow">trends</a>, like build-your-own pizza and poke bowls.
That said, <a href="https://www.entrepreneur.com/slideshow/308049?utm_source=HearstNewspapers&amp;utm_medium=related&amp;utm_campaign=syndication" rel="follow">food franchises</a> can be some of the most challenging to build -- with higher capital costs and more complicated operations than many other industries. But they can also be some of the most rewarding. They’re particularly popular with franchisees interested in multi-unit ownership. So, if you’ve got a taste for food-based franchises -- whether it’s one unit or 100 -- start with our list of the top 200. You’ll find them on the following pages, ranked within their respective categories (such as coffee, hamburgers&nbsp;and Mexican food).
These rankings are based on the score each company received when evaluated by our Franchise 500® formula, which considers more than 150 data points in the areas of costs and fees, size and growth, franchisee support, brand strength&nbsp;and financial strength and stability. But please understand, our list is not intended as a recommendation of any particular company. It’s vital that you do your own research to find the franchise that’s right for you (and that means more than just trying the food). Read the company’s legal documents, consult with an attorney and an accountant, and talk to existing and former franchisees.
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<a href="https://www.entrepreneur.com/franchises/opp/294377" rel="follow">#2 Dickey's Barbecue Pit</a> 
Startup cost: $289.9K - $421.2K 
Total franchises/co.-owned: 549/5

Stamford Advocate: The Top 200 Food and Restaurant Franchises of 2018

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PARKER, Colo., - June 12, 2018 // <a href="http://www.prnewswire.com/" target="_blank">PRNewswire</a> // - Local Dickey's franchisees Stephen and Heidi Bernier plan to bring their first Dickey's Barbecue Pit location to Parker, CO in Fall 2018.
"Dickey's Barbecue Pit has been family owned and operated since 1941 and we consider each of our owners as a part of our family," said Laura Rea Dickey, CEO of Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. "We are proud when new franchisees, such as the Bernier family, invest in our brand and bring barbecue to their local community."
Originally from California, the Berniers moved to Parker ten years ago and have since called it their home. Heidi is very active in the community and after deciding to open their own restaurant, they knew that Dickey's Barbecue Pit was the perfect option.
"We look forward to becoming a part of the Dickey's family," says Heidi. "We have always wanted to open our own restaurant and with Dickey's successful business model, delicious food and support for their franchisees, we cannot wait to bring our first Dickey's to the people of Parker."
Find your nearest Dickey's location: https://www.dickeys.com/location.

Franchising.com: Local Family Brings Dickey's Barbecue Pit to Parker

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<h3>Local entrepreneur brings Dickey’s Barbecue Pit to Las Vegas</h3>
Local Dickey’s Barbecue Pit franchisee, Ed Ciampa, plans to open his first Dickey’s location in Meadows Mall in Las Vegas this Summer.
Though he is new to the Dickey’s family, Ed has over 30 years of franchising experience that he brings to the brand.
“At Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, we pride ourselves on serving each and every guest authentic, Texas-style barbecue,” says Laura Rea Dickey, CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. “With new franchisees such as Ed that have extensive franchising experience, we can continue to grow our brand and more importantly continue serving our guests delicious barbecue.”
“After deciding to take on a new restaurant concept, I knew barbecue was the perfect fit for my area because we have so few barbecue options in Las Vegas,” says Ed. “From there, Dickey’s was the easy answer, they have a great product, great franchisee support and are well known brand across the nation.”

Verdict: New Openings – FAT Brands, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit and Captain D’s

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&nbsp;El Paso, Texas —&nbsp;Father's Day is Sunday, and what better way to celebrate dad this weekend than with a trip to the ballpark?&nbsp;
Sunland Park Mall will celebrate dads on Saturday. The "Man vs. Food Challenge," sponsored by Dickey's Barbecue Pit, is still in need of participants. Interested parties should visit the store to sign-up. Also, GameStop will be hosting a PS4 FIFA soccer tournament. The Sunland Park event is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Prize options include a dinner for four, family movie passes and gifts from Dillards, Ooh La La , Unique Sports, FYE, Sears and Mobile, according to the event's Facebook page.&nbsp;

KFOX14: Celebrate dads this weekend in Borderland

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Franchisees Stephen and Heidi Bernier are opening their first Dickey's&nbsp;Barbecue Pit this fall in Parker, Colorado, according to a company press release.&nbsp;
"Dickey's Barbecue Pit has been family owned and operated since 1941 and we consider each of our owners as a part of our family,"&nbsp;CEO Laura Rea Dickey, said in the release.
Dickey's is based in Texas.&nbsp;

Fast Casual: Dickey's Barbecue Pit opening in Parker, Colorado

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In my daily life as an East Coast journalist, pretty much all I eat is lentils, salad, and lentil salads. The thing is, I recently returned to my homeland, Texas, for a reporting trip. Before you ask, hipster, I’m not from Austin, or even Houston. I’m from the gosh-dang suburbs of Dallas, where lentils and salads are less plentiful, and beef and cheese are ... more so.
Midway through it, I traveled to the small town of Wichita Falls, in central Texas, where my stomach microbes were further exposed to things they’ve never witnessed in their precious, coddled, organic Washington, D.C., lives. I’m talking ice cream that isn’t Halo Top and tap water from a La Quinta bathroom.
I have returned with, for now, a brief travelogue of things I ate. I had limited time, limited cash, and limited options. Some of my stops were quintessentially Texas; others were maybe a standard deviation more Texas than the average fast-food meal, yet might be accessible in your impersonal, master-planned suburban home. But they were all delicious, and I’m not dead, so I can only assume the same experience would hold for you.
I say this not as a health reporter, but as a friend: Here is what you should eat if you ever find yourself in North-Central Texas.
&nbsp;Flying out of Dallas Love Field, the world’s best airport—Stop by Dickey’s Barbecue for some beef brisket (not pork, this isn’t North Carolina). They will give you a beer, but you have to drink it right there in front of them. (not walk all around the airport with it, this isn’t Europe).&nbsp;